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2005 Annual Report SOUTH EAST PIPELINE SYSTEM Pipeline Licences (PL 3 & 4) Document Number S-31-107-AR-G-002

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2005 Annual Report

SOUTH EAST PIPELINE SYSTEM

Pipeline Licences (PL 3 & 4)

Document Number

S-31-107-AR-G-002

2005 SEP Annual Report

TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 PURPOSE....................................................................................................... 4

2 SCOPE............................................................................................................ 4

3 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ........................................................................... 4

4 OPERATIONAL & MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES - 2005.................................... 6

5 INCIDENT REPORTING .................................................................................. 9

6 LAND MANAGEMENT .................................................................................... 9

7 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT............................................................... 10

8 EMERGENCY RESPONSE............................................................................ 10

9 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ...................................................................... 10

10 RISK MANAGEMENT................................................................................. 11

11 MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AUDITS ............................................................. 11

12 REPORTS ISSUED DURING THE 2005 LICENCE YEAR ........................... 11

13 VOLUME OF PRODUCT TRANSPORTED ................................................. 11

14 PROPOSED OPERATIONAL ACTIVITIES FOR 2006 LICENCE YEAR ....... 12

15 STATEMENT OF EXPENDITURE .............................................................. 12

16 KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS.......................................................... 13

17 CONCLUSION ........................................................................................... 13

Appendix A – Assessment of Compliance with SEO Objectives ............................. 14

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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS

ALARP As Low As Reasonably Practicable AS2885 Australian Standard 2885 Pipelines - Gas and Liquid Petroleum AVT Accuracy Verification Test CDP Corrosion Detection Pig CFS Country Fire Service CP Cathodic Protection CPU Cathodic Protection Unit Cu/CuSO4 Copper/Copper Sulphate DCGV Direct Current Voltage Gradient EGP Electronic Geometry Pig EMS Environmental Management System ERE Emergency Response Exercise ESD Emergency Shut Down GIS Graphical Information system GPS Geographical Positioning System HAZOP Hazard Operability HELM Heritage, Environment and Land Management HSE Health, Safety and Environment LMS Land Management System MAPS Moomba to Adelaide Pipeline System MFS Metropolitan Fire Service MLV Mainline Valve PIRSA Primary Industries and Resources of South Australia PL3&4 Pipeline Licences 3 and 4 ROW Right of Way RTU Remote Terminal Unit SCADA Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition SEO Statement of Environmental Objectives SEP South East Pipeline SWQ South West Queensland Pipeline SES State Emergency Service SMS Safety Management System SWER Single Wire Earth Return TJ Tera Joule

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1 PURPOSE This report is submitted in accordance with the requirements of Pipeline Licence 3, Pipeline Licence 4 and the SA Petroleum Regulations 2000. 2 SCOPE The South East Pipeline system is owned, operated and maintained by Epic Energy. This report reviews operations carried out during 2005 and intended operations for 2006. In accordance with the Petroleum Regulations a performance assessment is also provided with regard to the Statement of Environmental Objectives PL 3 &4. 3 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Table 1 summarizes the technical aspects of the South East Pipeline system and Figure 1 shows diagrammatically the pipeline system.

Table 1 – South East Pipeline System

Katnook to Kimberly Clark

Glencoe to Mount Gambier

Nangwarry Safries

Pipeline Licence PL4 PL4 PL4 PL3 Date Constructed 1990 – 1991 1990-1991 2001 1990 Date Commissioned March 1991 April 1991 August 2001 January 1991 Length 46.1 Kilometres 18.9 Kilometres 11.5 Kilometres 4.5 Kilometres External Diameter 168.3 mm 168.3 mm 88.9 mm 60.3mm Wall Thickness, mm: - Normal - Special Crossings

4.2 mm 5.0 mm

4.2 mm 5.0 mm

3.2 mm 4.0 mm

3.9 mm 3.9mm

Pipe Grade API 5LX 42 API 5LX 42 API 5LX 56 ASTM A106 Gr B MAOP 10,000 kPa 10,000 kPa 9850 kPa 10,000 kPa Coating Yellow Jacket Yellow Jacket Yellow Jacket Yellow Jacket Cathodic Protection Sacrificial Anode Sacrificial Anode Sacrificial Anode Sacrificial Anode Main Line Valves 3 2 U/S & D/S

isolation valves U/S & D/S

isolation valves Actuators Manual Manual Manual Manual Compressor Stations Nil Nil Nil Nil Meter Stations Kimberley Clarke Mount Gambier Nangwarry Safries

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Figure 1 – SEP Route Map

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4 OPERATIONAL & MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES - 2005

4.1 Risk Management Review No formal AS2885 risk assessments were carried out on the South East Pipeline system during 2005 no new risks were identified. A further risk assessment will be carried out in 2007. 4.2 Training The Epic Energy management team is committed to developing the skills of their employees to meet the operational needs of its business. During 2005 staff training was conducted both in-house and externally and covered a range of items including: • “POMS” awareness training • Ongoing “On the Job” training of permanent contractors in the South East Region • CP monitoring training and advanced courses completed. (conducted by the Australian

Corrosion Association) • Senior First Aid training (conducted by St John Ambulance Australia) • Defensive driving (Collision avoidance and 4WD training) • Pipeline excavation training • Permit to Work training • Emergency Response Site controller training • AS2885 Awareness training • CP monitoring training (conducted by the Australian Corrosion Association) • CP advanced training (conducted by the Australian Corrosion Association) • Manual Handling training • Atmospheric Testing training • Confined Space entry • Work Zone traffic management • First Five minutes Fire training • Pipeline locator use • Pipeline Surveillance and easement activities training • Introduction to Pigging training • Security Awareness training • Heat stress training • Hazardous Electrical equipment selection and maintenance training 4.3 Operations & Maintenance Activities Operations and maintenance activities have been conducted at programmed frequencies throughout the year;. During the course of 2005, the following activities were conducted: • Road Patrols have been conducted on a monthly basis; all action items identified during the

patrols were rectified immediately by the patrolling officer or completed during regular maintenance visits by Epic Energy personnel.

• Monthly Meter, Off-take & Scraper site inspections were carried out by Epic Energy authorized contractors with no major issues identified.

• Inspection and servicing of all fire extinguishers took place with no major issues identified. • Six monthly maintenance was carried out on all MLV’s and Pig Vessels during the year.

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• An external contractor conducted pressure vessel inspections on all vessels on the SEP system.

• A pipeline system “Inline Inspection” pigging program was conducted and details are provided further in this report.

• Six monthly maintenance was carried out on all meter stations and associated equipment. • Three monthly Accuracy Verification Testing was conducted at all meter stations. • Administration of the Freecall 1100 “Dial Before You Dig” system was undertaken during the

year with 20 of calls received relating directly to the SEP system. 4.3.1 Patrol Activities Scheduled ground patrols of the pipeline easement and above ground facilities were conducted by Epic Energy authorized contractors throughout the year. The ground patrols ensure that the following pipeline activities are addressed:

• signage is in suitable condition and if not, repairs are affected as soon as is practically possible. Any issues not addressed during the patrol are fed back into the CMMS.

• there are no unauthorized activities occurring along the pipeline route or at any of the facilities

• restoration of any soil erosion due to wind and water is addressed

• there are no leaks occurring at any of the pipeline facilities or along the pipeline route

• all sites are secure, kept clean, neat and tidy

• Items including above ground pipe coating condition, fences, gates, padlocks, signage, fire extinguishers, weeding and other housekeeping activities are addressed at all of the facilities associated with the pipeline system.

During 2005 a report was given by PIRSA that a gas test near the pipeline had revealed a small amount of gas present above the ground. The area in question was patrolled both by road and on foot and constant gas monitoring by Epic Energy personnel could not find any evidence of a gas leak. GIS data from PIRSA showed that the 2 locations where the gas tests were conducted were some distance from the pipeline. In 2005 no significant issues were identified during any of the patrol or other routine maintenance activities. 4.3.2 Cathodic Protection During March and September 2005 full line CP surveys were undertaken on the SEP system.

The Glenco to Mt Gambier pipeline is protected by six sacrificial magnesium anodes. The ”On” potential readings and current density measured during this survey are consistent with a well coated and protected pipeline with few coating defects. The survey results show that there are no sections of the pipeline which are under protected.

The Katnook to Apcel pipeline is protected by ten sacrificial magnesium anodes. The ”On” potential readings and current density measured during this survey are consistent with a well coated and protected pipeline. The survey results indicate that there are no sections of the pipeline which are under protected.

The Nangwarry pipeline is protected by 4 Zinc anodes. The ”On” potential readings and current

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density measured during this survey are consistent with a well coated and protected pipeline. The survey results indicate that there are no sections of the pipeline which are under protected.

The Safries Lateral pipeline is protected by five sacrificial magnesium anodes. The ”On” potential survey results indicate that there are no sections of the pipeline which are under protected.

A number of minor action items arose from these surveys and are being completed as part of the routine maintenance program. The “On” potentials from the surveys conducted indicated that the pipeline system is polarised to the AS2832.1-1998 requirement and in accordance with AS2885.3. In conclusion the sacrificial cathodic protection system employed on the SEP is performing as per design expectations meeting the criteria specified in AS 2885.3. 4.3.3 Intelligent Pigging A pigging program was conducted during 2005 on the Glenco to Mt Gambier and the Katnook to Apcel laterals. The pigging process involved the running of five individual types of pigs starting with a gauging plate to ensure the larger pigging tools that are to follow will be able to successfully pass through the pipe work. Two types of cleaning pigs (brush and a magnet) were run multiple times to ensure the pipeline was clean, followed by an EGP which gathers electronic data relating to the geometry of the pipeline before a final pass with the CDP which is the tool that detects any corrosion in the wall be it internal or external. All data received from the pigging run was of good quality. A preliminary review of the pigging data did not show any defects with an ERF of 1 or greater. An assessment of whether any verification digs are to be undertaken is currently being considered and if required will be completed in 2006. 4.3.4 Electrical and Instrumentation

Accuracy Verification Testing was completed on a three monthly basis at all meter stations on the South East Pipeline System. Customer representatives attended AVT’s at several locations throughout the year. There were no significant issues associated with the AVT’s. Electrical compliance testing was carried out on all portable electrical equipment and residual current devices (RCD’s) at all sites. Installation of a differential pressure transmitter on the dust filter at APCEL took place during 2005. This was an action item from the incident investigation into the spontaneous combustion of filters during the pigging in 2004. Routine six monthly maintenance was carried out at all meter stations in May and November. This involved calibration of all non-billing transmitters, testing all remotely operated valves, calibration of all switches and testing of all associated systems. The communications system at the Nangwarry meter station was interrupted on two occasions during the year. The first outage was caused by a Telstra fault which had the communications down for a period of time. The second fault was caused by a lightening strike which damaged a modem. During all communications outages Epic Personnel and local contractors visited the site on a regular basis during each day of the outages to ensure that all systems were functioning normally. All other communications systems functioned without failure during 2005.

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No major electrical failures were reported during 2005. 4.3.5 Mechanical All routine mechanical maintenance activities were completed as scheduled on the South East Pipeline system. This work involved MLV servicing, station dust filter inspection/replacement, door closure maintenance, coalescing filter inspection/maintenance and pig launcher/receiver maintenance. Routine inspection and maintenance was carried out on the pressure regulation/pressure relief systems at all South East Meter Stations on a 6 monthly basis. Maintenance tasks for the pressure control systems consisted of the inspection/overhaul of regulator seats, pilots and instrumentation filters to ensure correct operation of set points of the active/monitor and bypass regulation systems. Pressure Safety Valves were also checked to confirm correct set point, operation and alarming functions. Where applicable, overpressure isolation valve functions are tested to ensure satisfactory operation. All routine 6 monthly maintenance is documented via Epic Energy’s computerized asset management system (Maximo) and file copies are located within the central filing system. All buildings and structures are inspected and maintained as part of routine maintenance procedures are in sound condition. No major mechanical failures were reported for the South East Pipeline during 2005.

5 INCIDENT REPORTING There have been no reportable incidents during 2005 for the SEP system. 6 LAND MANAGEMENT 6.1 Land Owner Liaisons There are 72 separate landholders along the SEP route. All landowners on the SEP were contacted by phone during the year and a questionnaire was completed during each call. The questions were centered on people’s awareness of the pipeline location and their responsibilities with respect to works in the pipeline vicinity. All Landowners on the SEP were visited personally by an Epic representative during 2005. During the property owner visits the Epic representative completes a questionnaire designed to ascertain the landowner’s awareness of the pipeline system. In addition to the questionnaire a safety awareness information pack is provided which explains the requirements an individual must follow when working in the vicinity of an underground pipeline system. As part of Epic Energy’s awareness program all landowners were issued with a 2006 Epic Energy calendar reminding the landowner of pipeline safety. A new revised pipeline safety brochure was also developed and provided to the landowner. 6.2 Pipeline Safety Awareness Epic Energy implements a Community Awareness Program, which entails holding awareness meetings with communities along the pipeline route. The target is to hold meetings annually with

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CFS, MFS, Police, Ambulance, SES, Councils, civil works contractors, earth moving contractors, agricultural services companies quarry operators, rail authorities, irrigation and fencing installation contractors, forestry companies, developers and other interested parties along the SEP system.

The presentations focus on the general properties of natural gas, the process of gas transmission by pipeline, location of Epic Energy’s high pressure gas pipelines in the regions concerned, correct procedures when working within gas pipeline easements, pipeline threats and dealing with emergency situations. Attendees receive a pack of information including a ”Pipeline Safety and You" video.

Epic Energy conducted a number of these sessions during 2005 in the South East on the SEP system. 6.3 Pipeline Location and Referral Services During the course of 2005 19 enquiries were received via the Freecall 1100 “Dial Before You Dig” asset referral service, resulting in 3 in-field responses in relation to third party activities along the pipeline easement. There were no third party encroachments on the pipeline easement in 2005. 7 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT During 2005 Epic Energy complied with all its environmental requirements as detailed in the Statement of Environmental Objectives. Appendix A contains the “Assessment of Declared Objectives” completed for the SEP system. 8 EMERGENCY RESPONSE Pipeline Licence 3&4 state that an ERE is to be conducted on the SEP system every two years. The last Emergency exercise on the SEP system occurred in 2004. (“Exercise Blue Lake”) While no specific ERE was carried out on PL3&4 during 2005 Epic Energy conducted 3 emergency response exercises on a number of other pipelines (MAPS, Beverley Lateral and SWQP) which tested the response capabilities of Epic Energy personnel. No major issues arose from these exercises. 9 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE Every endeavor is made to ensure that design, manufacture, construction, operation, maintenance and testing of all appropriate facilities, is carried out in accordance with AS2885. There are no known outstanding non compliances for the SEP system that Epic Energy is aware of against: • The Petroleum Act & Regulations 2000 • The Pipeline Licence (PL3&4) • The Statement of Environmental Objectives Any non-compliance identified is logged in the CMMS where it is tracked to conclusion. Significant items are reported through to PIRSA immediately. All other issues are raised at the quarterly meetings between Epic Energy and PIRSA.

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10 RISK MANAGEMENT Epic Energy continually reviews operational risks with assessments including inputs from experienced gas industry personnel and emergency services representatives providing an insight into potential new risks and assisting in the development of appropriate management strategies.

Epic Energy utilizes the following risk management strategies to minimize risks to ALARP.

• Aerial & ground monitoring of the pipeline easement activities • Permit to Work system • Routine maintenance activities to ensure all of the pipeline facilities are maintained in

accordance with best industry practices and the relevant codes and standards that apply • Pipeline & Safety awareness program • Land ownership and use notification system • Landholder and stakeholder contact program • Participation in state forums for external risk management • Free “1100” Dial before You Dig information system 11 MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AUDITS 11.1 Environmental Audits Whilst no external environmental audit was carried out during the year, internal processes including ground patrols and landowner contact provided a complete coverage of the environmental status of the South East Pipeline system. During 2005 no environmental non conformances were noted. An audit against the “Assessment of Declared Objectives” in the SEO was completed as provided in Appendix A. 11.2 Health and Safety Audits

During 2005 Epic Energy conducted health and safety audits of its pipeline facilities. There were no issues identified relating specifically to the SEP system requiring follow up action. 11.3 Management Audit A compliance audit into the Land Management Consultation system was conducted in 2005. The audit focused on ensuring that all relevant stakeholders and landowners were contacted and aware about pipeline safety and the requirements when working on or near the pipeline easement. No major issues were found with the SEP system requiring further action. 12 REPORTS ISSUED DURING THE 2005 LICENCE YEAR The following reports were issued and forwarded to PIRSA-Petroleum Group, during the 2005 licence year: • PL 3 & 4 Annual Report for 2004 (forwarded Jan 2004) 13 VOLUME OF PRODUCT TRANSPORTED

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2499 TJ of natural gas was transported through the SEP system during 2005. 14 PROPOSED OPERATIONAL ACTIVITIES FOR 2006 LICENCE YEAR During 2006 the following activities are proposed for the SEP system: • Complete all scheduled routine maintenance activities and corrective maintenance identified • Submit a 2006 Annual Report early in 2007 • Conduct an ERE Exercise • Assess the requirement to perform any verification digs as a result of the

intelligent pigging inspection operation completed in 2005. 15 STATEMENT OF EXPENDITURE Commercial in confidence.

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16 KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS The following key performance indicators have previously been established to monitor performance of operations and maintenance activities on the SEP system. Outlined below are the KPI results for 2005. 2005

Target 2005

Actual 2005 Comment

Cathodic Protection Percentage of the pipeline protected to the AS2885-1997 level

100% 100% This represents a satisfactory level of protection over the entire length of the pipeline.

Third Party Incident Number of times pipeline is damaged

0 0 No damaged occurred to the pipeline during the reporting period

Number of near misses (digging within 1m of pipeline)

0 0 No activities of this nature that involved Epic Energy the owner or a third party were identified during the reporting period

Exposure of pipeline due to washout and wind erosion

0 0 During the reporting period, there were no instances of the pipeline cover being eroded due to wind or water

SCADA and Leak Detection Reliability of SCADA and Leak Detection System

100% 99.3% During the reporting period a number of communications outages were caused as a result of inclement weather or equipment failures and these were rectified in a timely manner.

Environmental Number of uncontrolled hydrocarbon releases

0 0 No uncontrolled Hydrocarbon releases were recorded during the reporting period

Earth Tremor Surveillance Vehiclar surveillance immediately after an earth tremor or flood

100% 100% No floods or earth tremors were reported during 2005

17 CONCLUSION The maintenance and inspection programs carried out on the SEP system in 2005 indicated the pipeline is in sound condition and is capable of operating at set parameters with no restrictions. The CP Survey results supplied in Appendix B indicate the protection level meets the targeted performance levels for this system. A further review of the intelligent pigging information will be conducted in 2006 and any remedial action necessary taken. The pipeline is considered to be in good working condition and well maintained.

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Appendix A – Assessment of Compliance with SEO Objectives

OBJECTIVE G OAL OBJECTIVE ACHIEVED OBJECTIVE ACHIEVED “YES/NO”

SUPPORTING COMMENTS

1.1 To minimise disturbance or damage to infrastructure/land use and remediate where disturbance cannot be avoided

Where disturbance is unavoidable or accidental, infrastructure or land use is restored to the satisfaction of the landholder or to undisturbed condition.

Duration of disturbance does not exceed agreed timeframe.

Yes

There were no disturbance or damage to 3rd party infrastructure, landowners or land use as a result of pipeline operations.

1. To avoid unnecessary disturbance to 3rd party infrastructure, landholders or land use

1.2 To minimise disturbance to landholders

No unresolved landholder complaints.

Landholder activities not restricted or disturbed as a result of pipeline activities unless by prior arrangement.

Yes Refer to 1.1

2.1 To remediate erosion as a result of pipeline operations in a timely manner

The extent of soil erosion on the easement was consistent with surrounding land.

The pipeline is routinely patrolled with no erosion or soil inversions detected as part of this activity. If any excavation activities on the pipeline system are required they shall be carried out in accordance with Epic Energy policies and procedures. WM-02-134 which addresses this objective

2. To maintain soil stability/ integrity

2.2 To prevent soil inversion

Vegetation cover is consistent with surrounding land.

No evidence of subsoil on surface (colour).

Landholder signoff.

Yes

Yes

Refer to 2.1

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OBJECTIVE G OAL OBJECTIVE ACHIEVED OBJECTIVE ACHIEVED “YES/NO”

SUPPORTING COMMENTS

3.1 To maintain regrowth of native vegetation on the easement to be consistent with surrounding area

Species abundance and distribution on the easement was consistent with the surrounding area.

Note: assessment of the consistency with surrounding areas will take into account that regrowth is a time and rainfall dependent process.

Yes The native vegetation within the pipeline easement is consistent with surrounding environment as per an environmental audit conducted.

3.2 To minimise additional clearing of native vegetation as part of operational activities

Vegetation clearing within the easement or on land adjacent to the easement is limited to previously disturbed areas or areas assessed to be of low sensitivity, unless prior regulatory approval obtained.

Yes No Excavation activities were undertaken on the SEP system during 2005.

3. To maintain native vegetation cover on the easement

3.3 To ensure maintenance activities are planned and conducted in a manner that minimises impacts on native fauna

Vegetation clearing within the easement or on land adjacent to the easement is limited to previously disturbed areas or areas assessed to be of low sensitivity, unless prior regulatory approval obtained.

Yes Refer to 3.2

4. To prevent the spread of weeds and pathogens

4.1 To ensure that weeds and pathogens are controlled at a level that is at least consistent with adjacent land

The presence of weeds and pathogens on the easement was consistent with or better than adjacent land.

No new outbreak or spread of weeds reported.

Yes The presence of weeds and pathogens on the easement is consistent with adjacent land as per an environmental audit conducted.

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OBJECTIVE G OAL OBJECTIVE ACHIEVED OBJECTIVE ACHIEVED “YES/NO”

SUPPORTING COMMENTS

5. To minimise the impact of the pipeline operations on surface water resources

5.1 To maintain current surface drainage patterns

For excavations, surface drainage profiles restored.

For existing easement, drainage is maintained to pre-existing conditions or better.

Yes There were no alterations to existing landscapes or drainage patterns during 2005.

6. To avoid land or water contamination

6.1 To prevent spills occurring, and if they occur minimise their impact

No evidence of any spills or leaks to areas not designated to contain spills.

In the event of a spill, the spill was:

• Reported

• Contained

• Cleaned-up, and

• Cause investigated and corrective and/or preventative action implemented.

Compliance with relevant sections of the Environment Protection Act.

Yes No spills occured in 2005.

6.2 To ensure that rubbish and waste material is disposed of in an appropriate manner.

No evidence of rubbish or litter on easement or at facilities.

No evidence that waste material is not contained and disposed of in accordance with Epic approved procedures.

Yes All rubbish generated as a consequence of operational and maintenance activities is collected, removed from site and disposed of at an approved waste disposal facility.

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OBJECTIVE G OAL OBJECTIVE ACHIEVED OBJECTIVE ACHIEVED “YES/NO”

SUPPORTING COMMENTS

6.3 To prevent impacts as a result of waste water disposal

No evidence of impacts to soil, water and vegetation as a result of water disposal (ie. soil erosion, dead vegetation, water discoloration).

Yes No maintenance activities were conducted that required the disposal of waste water and in addition no facilities have any systems installed that generate waste water.

7.1 To adequately protect public safety during normal operations

No injuries or incidents involving the public.

Demonstrated compliance with AS 2885.

Emergency procedures implemented and personnel trained.

Yes All pipeline signage is considered to be fit for purpose and is maintained at a standard to meet AS2885 requirements

All landowners on the pipeline were visited by an Epic Energy representative during 2005.

7.2 To adequately protect public safety during maintenance

No injuries or incidents involving the public.

Emergency procedures implemented and personnel trained.

Yes Epic Energy and its contractors operate under a Safety system that includes working with detailed instructions, permit to work and job hazard analysis which all contribute to achieving this objective.

7. To minimise the risk to public health and safety

7.3 To avoid fires associated with pipeline maintenance activities

No pipeline related fires.

Emergency procedures implemented and personnel trained.

YES There were no fires on the SEP system during 2005

All field staff have received “ First 5 Minute “ fire training.

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OBJECTIVE G OAL OBJECTIVE ACHIEVED OBJECTIVE ACHIEVED “YES/NO”

SUPPORTING COMMENTS

7.4 To prevent unauthorised activity on the easement that may adversely impact on the pipeline integrity

No unauthorised activity on the easement that has the potential to impact on the pipeline integrity.

Yes There were no easement encroachments identified or reported during 2005.

8.1 To minimise the impact as a result of an emergency situation or incident

Emergency response procedures are effectively implemented in the event of an emergency. Emergency response exercises are aligned with credible threats and consequences identified in the risk assessment.

Yes No emergency response incidents reported during 2005.

8. Minimise impact of emergency situations

8.2 To restore any damage that may occur as a result of an emergency situation

Refer to previous criteria (Objective 1, 2, 3 & 6).

Yes No emergency response incidents reported during 2005.

9. To minimise noise due to operations

9.1 To ensure operations comply with noise standards

Operational activities comply with noise regulations, under the Environment Protection Act 1993. No complaints received.

Yes No complaints received during 2005.

10. To minimise atmospheric emissions

10.1 To eliminate uncontrolled atmospheric emissions

No uncontrolled atmospheric emission.

Yes No uncontrolled atmospheric emissions occurred or were reported in 2005.

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OBJECTIVE G OAL OBJECTIVE ACHIEVED OBJECTIVE ACHIEVED “YES/NO”

SUPPORTING COMMENTS

10.2 To minimise the generation of dust.

No complaints received. No dust related injuries recorded.

Yes No operation and maintenance activities were conducted that contributed to the generation of any dust over and above that which is normally expected in the areas where the pipeline is installed.

11. To adequately protect cultural heritage sites and values during operations and maintenance

11.1 To ensure that identified cultural sites are not disturbed

No impact to known sites.

Any new sites identified are recorded in Land Management System and reported to appropriate authority.

Yes No operation and maintenance activities occurred that would have had the potential to impact on any cultural heritage sites or the values of native peoples.